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SPRING 2013 Extension courses & programs


CREATIVE ARTS

LANGUAGE & CULTURE

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

THE SCIENCES

UNIVERSITY EDVENTURES

DISTANCE LEARNING: ONLINE COURSES & PROGRAMS

OLLI - Osher Lifelong Learning Institute

Courses for those aged 50 and over. See the website for details and current classes.

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  Creative Arts

Afro-Cuban Folkloric Dance

Learn exciting folkloric Afro-Cuban dance and enjoy the richness of Cuban music and dance culture with live drumming accompaniment!

Afro-Cuban dance is an energetic mixture of the cultures of the West African slaves who were brought to Cuba by Spanish colonists.

All skill levels are welcome, but the class is most appropriate for beginner to intermediate dance students who have some previous dance/movement experience, even if not necessarily in Afro-Cuban styles.

In this workshop, students will:

  • Learn the basics of selected folkloric orisha dances.
  • Build a foundation in Afro-Cuban dance technique and style.
  • Gain an understanding of the dance in relation to the rhythms of the music.
  • Deepen their appreciation of the culture through expression through dance and music.

THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Alison Hong-Novotney has studied Afro-Cuban folkloric dance for over 20 years. She has studied in both Cuba & the U.S. with teachers from dance companies from Matanzas and Havana, including Grupo Afrocuba de Matanzas, Los Muñequitos de Matanzas, Conjunto Folklórico Nacional de Cuba, and Compañía Folklórica Raíces Profundas. Her primary teachers have been Teresita Pérez, José Francisco Barroso, Reynaldo González, Dolores Pérez, and Ana Pérez.

Coming in summer 2013...
Brass Chamber Music workshop

Week 1: July 21-26
Week 2: July 28-Aug. 2

  • DAILY COACHED CHAMBER ENSEMBLE REHEARSALS
  • DAILY PERFORMANCES • FREE-LANCE PLAYING
  • SPECIAL-INTEREST SESSIONS ON BRASS-RELATED TOPICS

Visit the website for further details on how to apply

Storytelling Seminar:
Speaking with Art & Imagination

Stories exist everywhere – as do pebbles, as do stars. Hope and justice are the reasons for stories. Storytellers speak of love, of glory, and we listen faithfully thorough our tears. Imagination carries our stories from fire to fire, from nation to nation.

This dynamic storytelling seminar is intended for teachers, parents and grandparents, public speakers and performance artists.

Learn to deliver the brief, effective story to highlight a public speech. Watch the face of your child or grandchild as you tell stories from your own childhood. Use the powerful tool of storytelling in the classroom to illustrate study units, modify classroom conduct and to help students see and achieve personal goals.

All aspects of storytelling, public speaking and oral theater performance will be practiced and the paths to mastery will be respectfully indicated.

Learn to honor the discipline of storytelling. Experience your own powerful imagination. Give the gift of performance. Be a storyteller.

date .......... Sat., Feb. 23-March 9

time .......... 11 a.m.-2 p.m., additionally Sat. March 9, 7-9 p.m.

fee .......... $45

place .......... FH232

instr .......... Jesse Austin

course .......... EENC X027, 27661

Jesse Austin has published children’s stories, written a weekly script for a radio show, has written and performed numerous solo performances and presented hundreds of workshops on writing and creativity all over the West for more than 20 years. He has also performed, published and made writing workshop presentations in New Zealand.

Textiles in Archaeology, Culture & History

The production of textiles has been part of human development for thousands of years. This class is an introduction to the historical, archaeological and cultural significance of the development and evolution of textiles. We will look at textile technologies throughout Europe and the Mid-East.

Students will learn about the creation of textiles from beginning to end product, and will use the tools found in the archaeological record, including a warp weighted loom and back strap loom, to produce samples of extant textiles.

date .......... Wed., Feb. 6-April 3 (no class March 20)

time .......... 5-7 p.m.

fee .......... $60, plus $15 materials, $50 additional for credit (optional)

place .......... BSS136

instr .......... Barbara Klessig

course .......... EENC X011, 27594

credit .......... ANTH 328, 1 unit (CR/NC), 27626

Barbara Klessig has been weaving for 25 years. During a visit to Denmark and viewing a 2,000 year old dress, she realized that she wanted to be there when they found another one. She received her B.A. in anthropology/archaeology from HSU, is currently a graduate student in the HSU Environment and Community Program and is an archaeologist specializing in textiles and fiber perishables of Europe and the Mid-East. Her research has taken her to many museums and sites around Europe.

Explorations in Afro-Cuban Dance & Drum

COMING NEXT SUMMER: JULY 20-27, 2013

Celebrate the folkloric music, songs and dances of the Afro-Cuban people
in a series of workshops at Humboldt State University featuring internationally-renowned instructors.
All skill levels are welcome. Space is limited!


The Studio School

A distinctive visual arts program for youth!

SPRING CLASSES: Feb. 9-March 30

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Humboldt Music Academy

MUSIC CLASSES FOR AGES 2-18: March 9-May 18


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   Language & Culture

Introductory Russian Language & Culture

Добро пожаловать в класс Русского языка! (Welcome to the Russian language class!)

This course is for those who have little or no knowledge of the Russian language. By the end of the course, you will become familiar with the Russian alphabet (Cyrillic), basic reading and writing, and everyday communication such as greeting people formally and informally, counting, and telling the time. You will also learn about grammar points, specifically the Russian cases, adjectives, nouns, verb conjugations, and verbs of motion.

Finally, cultural notes about Russian history, arts and literature, and the Russian language will be woven into the course. Additionally, two or three films in Russian (with English subtitles) will be shown and discussed.

Required textbooks: Golosa: A Basic Course in Russian, Book 1 (third edition). Richard Robin, Karen Evans-Romaine, Galina Shatalina, and Joanna Robin. Prentice Hall, 2002. (Available online, new or used)

PART 1:

date .......... Mon., Feb. 4-April 1 (no class Mon., March 18)

time .......... 5:30-7:30 p.m.

fee .......... $125

place .......... TA114

instr .......... Natalia Novikova

course .......... EENC X047, 27653

PART 2:

Prerequisite: Completion of Part 1 or instructor prior approval.

date .......... Wed., Feb. 6-April 3 (no class Wed. March 20)

time .......... 5:30-7:30 p.m.

fee .......... $125

place .......... TA114

instr .......... Natalia Novikova

course .......... EENC X047, 27571

Natalia Novikova is from Moscow, Russia. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in philosophy from Moscow State Academic University for the Humanities at the Russian Academy of Sciences. In 2001, she moved to New York City where she began a career at the Columbia University Harriman (former Russian) Institute. Since then, she has taught Russian language to a diverse group of students at various language levels, and also offers cross-cultural consultations to those relocating to Russia.

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Introduction to Japanese

This course is an introduction to understanding basic Japanese grammar structure, vocabulary, and writing system (hiragana and katakana). It will focus on developing conversational skills that enable students to use the language in a variety of practical situations. Japanese culture and customs are also introduced in given topics.

The textbook for both sessions, Japanese for Busy People (revised 3rd edition, Kana version) and Kana Workbook are available at HSU Bookstore.

An optional one unit of credit is available for these courses for an addidional fee (WLC 120). To receive one unit of credit, you must attend and participate in all class meetings.

Mie Matsumoto is a native Japanese speaker and has over 15 years in teaching college level Japanese. She has taught classes for HSU eLearning & Extended Education and College of the Redwoods. She has taught all levels and different age groups on a private basis. She is also experienced in commercial translation and services in diverse industries.

Session 1:

date .......... Mon./Wed., Jan. 23-Feb. 13

time .......... 5:30-7:30 p.m.

fee .......... $125, plus $50 additional for credit (optional)

place .......... FR107

instr .......... Mie Matsumoto

course .......... EENC X047, 27651

credit .......... WLC 120, 1 unit (CR/NC), 27597

Session 2:

Students must have taken the prerequisite Introduction to Japanese Session 1 or an equivalent.

date .......... Mon./Wed., Feb. 18-March 11

time .......... 5:30-7:30 p.m.

fee .......... $125, plus $50 additional for credit (optional)

place .......... FR107

instr .......... Mie Matsumoto

course .......... EENC X047, 27652

credit .......... WLC 120, 1 unit (CR/NC), 27598

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Tell Me More®: Interactive Online Language Learning

Have you always wanted to learn another language? Or would you like to practice and increase your skills in a language you have already learned? Enjoy language learning in a lab, in class, at home, or anywhere else there is an internet connection, at your own pace. and take advantage of language learning with business and career specific supplemental content.

Award-winning Tell Me More® delivers an engaging and innovative learning experience and offers business and career specific supplemental content. German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch and English as a Second Language (ESL) are available online.

For semester-long access, register now. (Students registering for 1 unit of credit are required to meet time/progress benchmarks.)

Noncredit .......... EENC X075, 27642 .......... $75

Credit (1 unit) .......... See options below .......... $232

  • Italian, Dutch, English, ESL WLC 110, Levels 1, 2, 3 or 4
  • French Levels 1, 2, 3 or 4: FREN 110
  • Spanish Levels 1, 2, 3 or 4: SPAN 110
  • German Levels 1, 2, 3 or 4: GERM 110

To register for credit, call 707-826-3731

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15TH ANNUAL LATINO FILM CELEBRATION

March 5, 6 & 7 • 6-10:20 p.m.- Minor Theater, 1001 H st., Arcata

In coordination with College of the Redwoods, a series of extraordinary films from Spain will be shown, compared and discussed. A one-hour lecture in English is presented before each film. The guest speaker is Dr. Aurora Morcillo-Gómez, professor of history and women’s studies at Florida International University. Each film will be followed by a panel discussion.

A short opinion paper required for credit. Non-credit attendance welcome (pay at the door). $6 per film. Cost for walk-in, non-credit basis is subject to change.

Call eLearning & Extended Education at 826-3731 to register for credit (Grade mode is pass/fail [CR/NC], not a letter grade).

fee .......... $232 (includes credit and admission to films)

course .......... SPAN 396, 1 unit, 27281; ES 396, 1 unit, 27506
                      or HIST 396, 1 unit, 27506

Instructor Francisco Delacabada teaches Spanish for the HSU Dept. of World Languages and Cultures.

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International English Language Institute (IELI)
Home Stay Program

IELI at Humboldt State University invites you to help international
students reach their goals as they study English as a second language.

Homes are needed on an ongoing basis for students ages 18-55.
New students start the IELI program every two months. Length of stay varies.

If you would like to house one of these international students,
or find out about long-term homestays,
please contact Nicola Moloney for details*:
(707) 826-3555

To learn more about the HSU International English Language Institute (IELI),
visit www.humboldt.edu/ieli

* Students usually pay $500 to $800 per month; remuneration varies according to services provided.

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Campus & community members are invited to the

International Cultural Festival - Saturday, February 23, 2013

Begins at 1 p.m., HSU University Center
HSU University Center
FREE ADMISSION

Enjoy art, dancing, music, displays and friendship in this annual festival of culture from around the world.

Are you interested in representing a country/culture?

Visit the International Cultural Festival website

or call the College of eLearning & Extended Education: (707) 826-3731

 

   Professional Development

Building & Leading Great Teams

A series of management workshops by Janet Ruprecht

SEE DETAILS

MFT/LCSW Continuing Education:

Suicide Intervention

Friday, March 15

MFT/LCSW, AIE and Nursing CEUs are available.

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CHILD ABUSE
MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING

Friday, April 19
[Offered once each semester, throughout the year]

CALIFORNIA STATE-REQUIRED NOTARY TRAINING

Friday, March 22, 2013 - SEE DETAILS

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ONLINE Certificate program

Exercise Nutrition

Online Certificate Program (12 units)

Career Guidance for Creative, Innovative People

Are you a creative person who has a hard time finding satisfaction in traditional, structured work environments? Do you feel that your talents are sometimes being wasted? This workshop will help you capitalize on your skills and interests to create a career path in harmony with your true self. After this seminar you will have the know-how to find out about positions in a mostly hidden job market – or to develop great jobs where none may seem to exist!

You will learn:

  • the critical attributes and career needs of creative types
  • why creative types are often career indecisive
  • the crucial difference between working in a creative setting and using your personal creativity
  • how to navigate the hidden job market
  • how to recognize work cultures that will be nourishing to you
  • ways to avoid career depression syndrome
  • why different non-traditional work structures such as portfolio careers or self-employment may be attractive options
  • simple exercise to help you access your inner wisdom

Whether you are in a life/work transition, just need to rekindle your passion for your current work, or are planning your future steps, this seminar and experiential exercises will help you understand yourself better and give you practical strategies for creating a more balanced and fulfilling approach to your career/life choices.

date .......... Sat., April 6

time .......... 2-5 p.m.

fee .......... $90, plus $10 materials fee

place .......... Humboldt Bay Aquatic Center

instr .......... Susan Abbott

course .......... EENC X007, 27627

Susan Abbott, M.A., is a speaker on career issues, and is a counselor to people who wish to create their personal vision of meaningful work. She is one of the few practitioners nationally who specializes in the arts and entrepreneurship, and she is the former director of an arts consulting firm. Through her combined experience in counseling, business, art and entrepreneurship, she brings a unique perspective to clients on how they can effectively promote themselves in a competitive marketplace, create jobs where none may seem to exist, or turn their knowledge into self-employment. Susan is the author of two arts management books and the designer of the career assessment tool, the Creative Personality Indicator. If you have questions about the appropriateness of this seminar for your situation, contact Susan Abbott at 707-672-5260.

Basic Wildland Firefighter Training

Mon.-Fri., March 18-22

Are you looking for a summer job or a career with a natural resource agency? Will your career include prescribed burning for habitat and conservation management? Do you want to improve your wildland fire knowledge and obtain national certification?

This training is part of the wildland and prescribed fire qualifications system used by all federal agencies (such as the U.S. Forest Service, Bureau of Land management, National Park Service, Bureau of Indian Affairs or U.S. Fish and Wildlife) and many state and private wildland and prescribed fire management agencies.

Microsoft Word

This introductory course will cover the basics of using Microsoft Word 2007 to create common business documents: Screen elements; context sensitive ribbon tabs; font, line and paragraph formatting; text selection techniques; and the Quick Access toolbar.

Class meetings will build upon each other, and students will investigate more editing and formatting techniques, columns, tables, headers, footers, breaks, shrink to fit and inserting basic objects and reveal formatting. Mail Merge, troubleshooting techniques, style and theme reviews, and creating macros and forms will also be covered.

If time permits, students will learn to modify outlines, and review e-mail and Internet features in Word.

THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Ali Ware taught Microsoft Office and other software applications for over 25 years. She has taught at secondary, post-secondary and professional development levels.

Microsoft Excel

Explore beginning, intermediate and advanced Microsoft Excel features, and learn the power and capabilities of this spreadsheet software program.

In this class you will create, name, and save workbooks and design worksheets that utilize relative and absolute formulas and functions such as sum, average, max, min and count.

Then you will compare how chart types communicate different interpretations of data, and use shapes and WordArt to enhance your charts.

Spreadsheet design will be evaluated and you will explore usage of Excel analysis tools such as PivotTables, AutoFilter, and advanced formulas.

The class will progress through beginning, intermediate and advanced Excel features.

date .......... Mon., April 22-May 13

time .......... 6-8 p.m.

fee .......... $75

place .......... Office of Education, Louis Bucher Resource Center
901 Myrtle Ave., Eureka

instr .......... Joan Dvorak

course .......... EENC X019, 27660

Joan Dvorak has taught adult professional development classes in Excel for more than 10 years. At Fortuna High School, Joan helped teachers and students utilize Microsoft Office programs for more than 15 years.

Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine

Have any of your friends or relatives received acupuncture treatment? Are you curious about what acupuncture is like? Perhaps you have questions about how traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) works, and what conditions might benefit from this style of treatment.

This class will help you get better acquainted with how TCM works. You can then make informed health care choices for yourself.

There will be a discussion on how Western medicine and TCM treatments complement each other for optimum health maintenance.

The class will explore basic TCM theory and the tools of the medicine: Acupuncture, herbs, tui na massage, dietary therapy, cupping, and qi gong exercise.

You will also learn about TCM health evaluation methods that include verbal history, pulses, tongue evaluation, visual evaluation and palpation.

Each person will be provided with some informational handouts for further reading.

THIS COURSE HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

Lupine Meredith Wread is a California licensed acupuncturist and herbalist trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Five Element medicine, and Japanese Acupuncture, with a foundational knowledge of Western sciences. She is in practice at Jade Dragon Medical Spa in Arcata. Previous to practicing Acupuncture, Lupine was an Iyengar Yoga teacher for many years. She is a passionate gardener, and is currently studying how to farm Chinese herbs in the US, to address the invisible price of importing herbs and the multiple environmental concerns of using herbs.

Chinese Herbal Medicine

Perhaps you have heard that Chinese herbal medicine can treat many health conditions, or you have seen Chinese tea pills at the store and wondered how they were used.

We will explore how Chinese herbal medicine is used in a Traditional Chinese Medical practice.

We will look at some raw herbs as well as learn how to prepare a tea as prescribed by a practitioner.

The class will cover some of the basic concepts, common herbs used, and how Chinese herbal medicine differs from Western herbal medicine and Western medicine in general.

date .......... Thurs., April 18

time .......... 6:30-8:30 p.m.

fee .......... $30

place .......... HGH204

instr .......... Lupine Wread

course .......... EENC X036, 27587

Lupine Meredith Wread is a California licensed acupuncturist and herbalist trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Five Element medicine, and Japanese Acupuncture, with a foundational knowledge of Western sciences. She is in practice at Jade Dragon Medical Spa in Arcata. Previous to practicing Acupuncture, Lupine was an Iyengar Yoga teacher for many years. She is a passionate gardener, and is currently studying how to farm Chinese herbs in the US, to address the invisible price of importing herbs and the multiple environmental concerns of using herbs.

Living Tao T’ai Ji

This energetic style of T’ai Ji forms focuses on powerfully moving the qi(energy) through our body systems.

Incorporating the Chinese calligraphy of the moves in the form, the poetic and philosophic roots of T’ai Ji and utilizing inspiring music, this class will firmly establish a strong root and a pathway for learning T’ai Ji for the beginner.

For experienced students, the class will provide deep insights into their ongoing learning path.

Through the practice of Living Tao forms, we learn how to creatively circulate the qi(energy) around and within us, releasing stress, revitalizing internal organs and refreshing the mind as we “dance” our T’ai Ji.

date .......... Mon., Tues,. Wed., March 11-13

time .......... 6:30-8:30 p.m.

fee .......... $50

place .......... FH204

instr .......... Christopher Campbell

course .......... EENC X032, 27682

Christopher Campbell is the T’ai Ji Training Program coordinator and teaches seminars in Gold Beach, Oregon for Master Chungliang Al Huang and the Living Tao Foundation (livingtao.org). He has 25 years of study and practice in T’ai Ji and Chinese arts of philosophy, calligraphy and poetry. His mission is to free the natural movement within, through the “meditation in movement” exercise of T’ai Ji.

Introduction to the Healing Arts of Emei Qigong

Emei Qigong was developed in China in 1227 A.D. by an enlightened monk. This system was devoted to maintaining excellent health and treating diseases, while striving to attain the goal of enlightenment. Until recently, Emei Qigong was only practiced by monks.

Emei Qigong combines conscious exercising methods allowing one to reach an optimal physical, mental and emotional state. Through movement, meditation and lecture, you will learn the basic concepts of Qigong and Yin-Yang. Experience Qi in your body and enhance the power of your energy fields. Begin to understand the causes of illness and learn how to prevent illnesses that energy healers often pick up from working on their clients. Learn how to harmonize your heart and other organs with internal massage from healing sounds. Learn six rules for effective healing and discover how to be balanced, content and happy.

The Xiang-Tan City Bureau of Senior Cadres and Health Dept. surveyed the health care spending from 1992-95 of 500 government officials, mostly retirees between 50 and 70 years old, who practiced Qigong on a regular basis. Instead of the increased spending typically seen in this age group, their annual medical costs were decreased by 83% on average, and 232 (46%) reported no medical costs at all (study mentioned in the book, Chinese Medical Qigong).

THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED.

John Yamas has a B.S. in mechanical engineering from Oregon State University and a M.Ed. in guidance and counseling psychology from University of Hawaii. He has a certificate in Oriental medicine from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. John became a California licensed acupuncturist in 1986 and earned his doctorate from SAMRA College of Oriental Medicine in 1988. He started his Arcata practice in 1988. He has studied Qigong since 1995. John completed the teacher training for the healing arts of Emei Qigong in Emei, China in 2006.

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Adobe Creative Suite 6:
Introductory and Certificate Courses

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Announcing the annual

Social Justice Summit

Fri.-Sat., March 1 & 2, 2013

Humboldt State University University Center

Fri., 5-9 p.m. & Sat., 8:30 a.m.-9 p.m.

Keynote speakers, workshops and presentations will focus on expanding the definition and knowledge base of undocumented immigrants. The summit will shed light on the DREAM Act, Obama’s Immigration Executive Order signed this past summer, as well as focus on art and activism. Each year approximately 65,000 undocumented students graduate from high school and are denied the basic right to pursue a higher education.

CONFERENCE FEES:
Students (HSU, CR, high school): Free
Faculty/Staff/Community Member: $25
Non-Profits: $20 per person

Conference fee includes continental breakfast and conference materials.

ACADEMIC CREDIT OPTION:
One unit of optional credit is available for an additional fee of $232:

Ethnic Studies, ES 480 (21286)  -OR-
Women’s Studies, WS 480 (25908)

To register: Call the HSU College of eLearning & Extended Education: (707) 826-3731

For content information, contact
Marylyn Paik-Nicely, HSU MultiCultural Center: (707) 826-3367

VISIT THE SOCIAL JUSTICE SUMMIT WEBSITE

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Social Work: Online BASW & MSW Degree Program

 

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Online courses for educators

Do you wish to pursue teaching in community colleges and universities, or enhance your teaching career?

CERTIFICATE IN FACULTY PREPARATION:
Teaching in Higher Education

An Online Certificate Program through HSU eLearning & Extended Education

This three-semester, 12-unit ONLINE certificate program introduces prospective and current faculty to the teaching, learning and technology issues in the college classroom.



Regional Training Institute -- Community Disaster Preparedness -- Humboldt State University

Get the training you need to be prepared for the next earthquake, tsunami or other disaster:

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   THE SCIENCES

Fruit Tree Selection & Maintenance on the North Coast

Delicious fruits round out the ideal garden of edibles, and it is important to know how to take care of fruit trees to have the best harvest possible.

This course will cover apple, pear, and other fruiting tree varieties that are suited for the North Coast. It will cover rootstocks and how they play an important role in determining tree height, allowing easier maintenance and harvesting, as well as tolerance to wet soils or drought, disease resistance, durability and productivity.

Learn the proper ways to thin fruit for health and harvest, prune your trees for the best shape, manage pests (diseases, insects, and gophers); and maintain soil, which will enable you to provide the best structure and nutrients to feed your fruiting plants and trees.

If time permits, Peter will share some of his recipes for chutneys, relishes, and butters using the bounty of the North Coast.

This course will culminate in a field experience at the instructor’s orchard in Fieldbrook.

This course includes a field trip. All participants are required to complete a Release of Liability form. See field trip information.

date .......... Tues./Thurs., April 23-April 25 plus Sun. April 28

time .......... Tues./Thurs. 6-8 p.m.; Sun. 1-3 p.m.

fee .......... $60

place .......... FR105

instr .......... Pete Haggard

course .......... EENC X022, 27407

Peter Haggard worked for the Humboldt County Agricultural Commissioner’s Office and has gardened in Humboldt County for over 30 years. He has a small orchard of mostly apples and pears, which are all on dwarfing rootstock and espaliered. The orchard also includes plums, peaches, blueberries, figs and European filberts. Pete co-authored with Judy Haggard Insects of the Pacific Northwest, as well as articles for various publications.

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Organic Gardening From the Backyard to the Kitchen Table

LEVEL 1:

Gain knowledge and confidence for a lifetime of successful food gardening. Learn how to start and maintain a productive organic garden, find out about plant and soil theory for gardeners, and discover practices and timelines that are specific to our climate.

Learn about making garden beds, working with soil, and how to do composting. Learn how to sow cover crops and about maintenance of soil fertility and planning for year-round harvests. Learn how to successfully manage pests and keep your plants healthy, how to grow perennial fruits, coastal tomatoes and more. This course will culminate in a visit to a local vegetable garden and a chance to get your hands dirty and discover your green thumb!

Textbook: The Humboldt Kitchen Gardener: A Concise Guide to Raising Organic Vegetables and Fruits in the Greater Humboldt Region is provided in class for a materials and supplies fee (MSF) of $12. Couples can share the text and pay one MSF. If you already have the text, tell the registration staff and you won’t be required to pay the MSF.

This course includes a field trip. All participants are required to complete a Release of Liability form. See field trip information.

date .......... Tues., Feb. 12-March 12 plus Sun. March 17

time .......... Tues. 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

fee .......... $50, plus $12 materials fee

place .......... SH110

instr .......... Eddie Tanner

course .......... EENC X022, 27561 w/materials, 27595 w/o materials

LEVEL 2:

For those who have already taken the introductory course or for those who already have a strong foundation in organic gardening, this course builds on that knowledge to help your harvests be even more bountiful! Eddie Tanner will provide skill-building exercises and individualized feedback on topics such as: Timing and season-extension for year-round harvests, Dialing in Soil Fertility, Pest/problem trouble-shooting, and Crop varieties for coastal Humboldt.

This course includes a field trip. All participants are required to complete a Release of Liability form. See field trip information.

date .......... Thurs., Feb. 14-March 7 plus Sun. March 10

time .......... Thurs. 6:30-8:30 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

fee .......... $65

place .......... SH110

instr .......... Eddie Tanner

course .......... EENC X022, 27562

Eddie Tanner has been farming and gardening professionally on the North Coast for the past decade. He was an instructor of community agriculture at HSU and leads gardening and composting workshops. Eddie has recently authored the textbook for this course.

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Practical Beekeeping: Beginning & Advanced

SUMMER 2013: BIRD AWARENESS

Drawing of bird flying, and holding binoculars

Ethnobotany - ANTH 485 - 2 units (CR/NC)

A three-day course on the Klamath River
with Karuk herbalists and indigenous basket weavers.

April 26-28, 2013

1 unit credit (optional) in either ANTH 485 or EMP 480 for additional fee

Instructors: Leslie VanderMolen & Frank Lake

APPLICATIONS DUE: MARCH 27, 2013

VISIT THE ETHNOBOTANY WEBSITE for application forms and more details

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     University edventures

Sierra Institute - Wilderness and Cultural Field Studies

California Wilderness: Nature Philosophy, Religion, Ecopsychology
April 2-June 3, 2013  • 12 semester units

Study Abroad Opportunities in Summer 2013:

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  OTHER LINKS OF INTEREST:

 

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